Jack Stands ...In Honor & Memory of Ethan Allen (yourfriendethan) (Page 2/5)
Fiero Vice AUG 01, 08:20 AM




See how C8 fell off the lift? It was not weight in the balance.

That's why it's important to know where the points are.

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Fiero Vice AUG 01, 08:23 AM



Another pic of jack stands.

Does it look safe?
Fiero Vice AUG 01, 08:24 AM



I know it's little hard to see where the jack stands are in this picture.

Does it look safe?
Fiero Vice AUG 01, 08:26 AM



How about this one?
Fiero Vice AUG 01, 08:27 AM





Is this how you would do for the rear?

Is it safe?
Fie Ro AUG 01, 08:31 AM
This is very sad news.
Sadly this is also a reminder of how dangerous it is to work under a car and how easy it is to forget that. Good you started this thread.

Having spent quite some time under my Fiero over the years I realize now I have become more aware and carefull over time too. I used to think "it might not fall this way", nowaday I think "it can not fall this way" and I make sure the car stands save and secure before "rushing" into a job. Fast or safe; choose one.

My recommendation is to have at least one floorjack and two (adjustable) jackstands for any job under the car. Those shouldn't be too expensive to get.
For about every job I first jack up the car in the middle of the subframe (front or rear, depending on job), drop and secure the frame on the jackstands left and right of the jack and remove the jack. See the posted picture above for the locations. Make sure you have a solid floorsurface.

Never rely on a floorjack alone. It can roll, move down or flip over and it will do that when the weight of the car wants to move sideways or if the jack (lever) is not well secured. Especially under A-arms where the loadsurface will angle when you jack them. I found the jackstands (when placed right) have become my main confidence when working under the Fiero.
The Fiero vehicle jack is for changing a tire, do not use it for other jobs.

Stay safe!
Fiero Vice AUG 01, 08:32 AM



What are your thoughts about this wood support to be used as back up in case jack stands failed?

Fiero Vice AUG 01, 08:44 AM
Now, about jack stands, I've been searching for the best jack stands for a while.

Since the Harbor Freight recalled their jack stands not only once but twice and now removed all of it off the market, I realized that I shouldn't be relying on my much older HF stands which has no locking pin. I didn't feel safe using it as the main support while I'm under the car.

I will continue to use it as back up or for support, but not as main stands to protect my life.

So I found a review of the best 7 Jack Stands.
https://www.garagetooladvis...to/best-jack-stands/

I liked #2, ESCO 10498 3-Ton Jack Stand very much, which is the design that Europe often use. Plus, it has a locking pin that can not go wrong.



I know it's little expensive, but our lives are worth it. You can always buy two for now & buy two more later on. There are several reviews on YouTube about this stand. I'll post two reviews for you to watch.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BZKZD3ATfrM

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7h6lIfaoXAE

A while ago, I've came to the conclusion that ESCO 10498 3-Ton Jack Stand is the way to go and just got my order in the mail few weeks ago.

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Shho13 AUG 01, 10:46 AM
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This is absolutely terrible news... Safety is paramount when working on cars, and jacking up a Fiero is very unique. May he rest in peace.

Remember to always use jack stands and never put your life solely on a jack. Also remember to check the car to make sure it's solid on those stands before crawling underneath by giving it a good SHAKE.

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RWDPLZ AUG 01, 12:20 PM
Even if you use the recommended points, make sure your jack stand points aren't rusted out. I would bet that's how a lot of these accidents occur.